Intermittent start problem
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Intermittent start problem
1988 TOYOTA 4WD TRUCK 22RE/5SPD.
Recently has developed a problem. Intermittently will not start. Can here relay on pass inner fender click, but no start. If you hold the key in the start position it will eventually start(after 20-30 seconds). Sometimes it fires fine. Seems if you let it sit it will not start, once it has started if you turn it off/on as many times as you want, it will start normal. Then let it sit and same 20-30 second delay.
Things I have checked:
-bench tested starter, seems to operate normal.
-replaced starter relay with another(used but operational part).
-metered wires leading to relay to insure getting 12vdc.
I have no idea where to go from here. Everything seems fine, and I don't want to throw parts at it. I have always despised intermittent electrical problems. If anyone has any ideas of what to do, or what to check lease let me know. It's driving me nuts.
Recently has developed a problem. Intermittently will not start. Can here relay on pass inner fender click, but no start. If you hold the key in the start position it will eventually start(after 20-30 seconds). Sometimes it fires fine. Seems if you let it sit it will not start, once it has started if you turn it off/on as many times as you want, it will start normal. Then let it sit and same 20-30 second delay.
Things I have checked:
-bench tested starter, seems to operate normal.
-replaced starter relay with another(used but operational part).
-metered wires leading to relay to insure getting 12vdc.
I have no idea where to go from here. Everything seems fine, and I don't want to throw parts at it. I have always despised intermittent electrical problems. If anyone has any ideas of what to do, or what to check lease let me know. It's driving me nuts.
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typical of the starter solenoid contacts starting to wear out. It will eventually not start.
http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/CheapTricks/Starter.shtml
http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/CheapTricks/Starter.shtml
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Can also be the ignition switch. Had the same problem on mine and replaced the ignition switch and it worked great for a few days. Finally installed the Summit Hot Shot kit and it solved the problem. (that was after doing the starter, checking all the grounds, etc....)
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